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Flight plan: taking responsibility for aviation emissions
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Published: Dec 2007 - IIED
Topic: Climate Change
Series: IIED Briefing Papers
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Aviation emissions make up less than 2 per cent of the world total, but are rising fast. These environmental costs must be balanced with development gains, however: air travel can hugely benefit poor countries’ economies. The good news is that much can be done to curb emissions while keeping those benefits on board. Workable tools and guidelines for passengers, travel providers, government and airlines are waiting in the wings.

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